The use of infection control risk assessments (ICRAs) during healthcare construction projects has been a work in progress spanning several decades.
Tackling The Superbug Problem: A News-Review On Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria
What is a Superbug and Why are They Dangerous? Antibiotic-resistant bacteria (superbugs) are a common problem in the healthcare industry today, with more than 2 million Americans getting an antibiotic-resistant infection annually. Why are they so dangerous?
Biothreat Control Initiatives for Health Facilities
Public health emergencies caused by infectious threats have the potential to affect and kill thousands and even millions of people. These threats can be caused naturally as outbreaks or pandemics.
Creating An Action Plan to Prevent the Spread of Infectious Diseases in the Workplace
With recent outbreaks happening in the United States, the Ebola incident, for example, employers may want to assess their infection control programs currently in place at their workplaces that line up with safety regulations and ensure workers health and safety.
Proper Planning and Containment Management For Outbreaks in Public Schools
In early 2018, an outbreak of norovirus at a San Francisco school caused at least 57 people, 53 students, and four teachers, to be sick, according to officials. Several schools in the Northern California area closed due to the spread of norovirus (U.S. News).
Communication: One of the Most Crucial Tools in Infection Control
Written by Gearhart and Associates, LLC. for STARC Systems, Inc. Gearhart and Associates are industry experts in Infection Control Risk Assessment (ICRA) training, Infection Control and Prevention Strategies, and Facilities Risk Management.
Containment For Senior Living Community Provides Optimal Infection Control During Renovations
Written by Gearhart and Associates, LLC. for STARC Systems, Inc. Gearhart and Associates are industry experts in Infection Control Risk Assessment (ICRA) training, Infection Control and Prevention Strategies, and Facilities Risk Management.
Rapid Response & Containment Strategy Key To Decreasing Spread of Superbugs
Written by Gearhart and Associates, LLC. for STARC Systems, Inc. Gearhart and Associates are industry experts in Infection Control Risk Assessment (ICRA) training, Infection Control and Prevention Strategies, and Facilities Risk Management.Antibiotic-resistant bacteria known as “superbugs” killed nearly 700,000 people last year, and research shows that antibiotic-resistant superbugs on are on track to kill more people… Read more »
Containment and Infection Control Solutions at the Most Critical Moment of Exposure
In recent years, several hospitals in Pittsburgh, PA. have seen the death of patients due to mold-related issues.
Development of Protocols For An Isolated and Controllable Space
Written by Gearhart and Associates, LLC. for STARC Systems, Inc. Gearhart and Associates are industry experts in Infection Control Risk Assessment (ICRA) training, Infection Control and Prevention Strategies, and Facilities Risk Management.